Nicopolis is probably the biggest archaeological site in Greece people have never heard of. OK, fair enough, SOME people have heard of Nicopolis, but not many. Is this because it's really Roman in origin? Is it because it sits quite isolated on the west coast of Greece? Or is it because no-one can decide if they should spell it Nikopolis or Nicopolis? Who Knows?! Come and discover a less … [Read more...]
The Antikythera Mechanism – Mysteries of Ancient Greece
Does an analog computer dating back over 2000 years sound like fantasy? It might do, if not for the fact that one was discovered in a shipwreck off the coast of Greece! The Antikythera Mechanism is one of the greatest mysteries of Ancient Greece. Read on to find out more!Mysteries of Ancient Greece When I was in my early teens, I became interested in ancient civilisations. They always … [Read more...]
Koroni and Methoni Castle, Greece – The Eyes of Venice in the Peloponnese
Koroni and Methoni Castle, Greece are two must-see Peloponnese tourist attractions. These Venetian castles could almost be straight out of Game of Thrones! Here's all the information you need about visiting Koroni and Methoni castle.The Eyes of Venice The south east Peloponnese peninsula in Greece is a dream destination for holidaymakers.If you want quiet stretches of … [Read more...]
Peloponnese Road Trip Itinerary – See the best places in the Southern Peloponnese, Greece
If you're thinking of a road trip in the southern Peloponnese, Greece, you might find this Peloponnese itinerary useful. It's a road trip through the southern Peloponnese that I have taken myself, and I share lots of insights and tips to help your travel planning!Peloponnese Travel Planning Before leaping into the southern Peloponnese road trip itinerary, I thought I'd give a bit of … [Read more...]
Weirdest Buildings in the Peloponnese, Greece
What do a fairy-tale castle built by a man a sandwich short of a picnic, a temple under a circus big-top, and a church seemingly designed by someone on acid have in common? They are the weirdest buildings in the Peloponnese, that's what! During my recent road trip through Greece, I visited these three weird looking buildings all on the same day. Read on for more!The Weirdest Buildings in the … [Read more...]